Social Worker - Partial Hospitalization Program - FT - Day **SIGN ON BONUS**

Job description

Mental Health Professional

This Full-time Opportunity will work 80 hours bi-weekly from 8am - 4:30pm.

Additional pay for shift differential.

Benefit package that includes medical/dental/vision insurance, life insurance, short and long term disability, 403B retirement savings program and paid time off.

COVID 19 vaccination or approved exemption is required*

This position is a member of a multidisciplinary team of professionals responsible for providing mental health services to adults in Psychiatric Partial Hospitalization Program. Responsibilities include:

Conducting intake screenings and psychosocial assessments

Orienting patients to the Psychiatric Partial Hospitalization Program

Assisting in developing patients individualized treatment plans

Implementing programmatic protocols consistent with PPHP's policies and procedures

Implementing evidence-based practices and integrating these practices in group and individual therapies

Providing individual therapy and facilitating family meetings as directed by the patient's treatment plan/needs

Providing patient and family psychoeducation

Assessing patients for suicidal risk and providing appropriate interventions

Assisting in securing insurance authorizations and with discharge planning and referrals to community providers

Qualification:

Empathetic toward individuals with complex mental health needs and their families. Strong communication, writing and customer service skills. Knowledge of community resources. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple priorities and maintaining professionalism. Excellent time management skills and ability to problem solve and exercise good judgment. Good knowledge of computer/keyboard skills required

Education:

Master of Social Work or related field (REQUIRED)

Licenses & Certifications:

LCSW-C or higher licensure with clinical specialty in mental health with supervision credential in Maryland preferred; or LCPC

BLS/CPR Certification required

Worksite address

frederick, MD, 21701, US

Who can apply

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